Stepping Stones

Bridges’ Stepping Stones Program is a year-long comprehensive grief program that empowers children, youth, and their families to heal, grow, and thrive after the death of a loved one. All Stepping Stones programs are free of charge.

Program Steps

Shannon’s Hope Camp (Fall or Spring)

Sand Dollar Club

Community Candlelight Memorial Ceremony

Family Day Camp

Program Goals

Children’s experiences are normalized as they learn about death, the grief process, and complex
feelings and emotions.

Children craft a story of their unique experience & develop increased comfort in sharing their story.

Children identify and expand their support network.

Children hone and cultivate healthy coping skills.

Children are empowered to continue their grief journey and build resilience for future challenges.